Unlearning Medicine To Save It: The 30/70 Rule for Modern Doctors

What happens when a top surgeon realizes that medical school taught him everything about the body, but nothing about the soul?In this episode of Postcall, Dr. Selina Chew sits down with world-renowned facial plastic surgeon and innovator Dr. Debraj Shome to discuss the urgent need to humanize healthcare in 2026. From his childhood origins to the surgeon he is today, Dr. Shome shares why he is "unlearning" traditional medicine to save it.Timestamps00:00 The Authentic Doctor: A Journey Beyond Titles05:36 The Business of Healthcare: A Doctor's Perspective11:10 Navigating the MBA Journey: A Doctor's Experience17:00 Innovating Healthcare: The Birth of Medi Angels22:28 The Intersection of Technology and Healthcare33:33 The Flaws in Medical Admissions and Education46:45 The Emotional Toll of Being a Doctor53:44 Empathy in Healthcare: A Dying Art01:03:06 The Importance of Consent in Healthcare01:07:25 The Reality of Medical Training01:13:54 Adapting to Change in Medicine01:20:39 Balancing Multiple Responsibilities01:26:25 Managing Stress as a Doctor01:32:17 Leaving a Legacy in Medicine🎧 Listen to the other podcast here: https://disruptive-doctors.com/postcall-beyond-the-white-coat/📌 Download the Disruptive Doctors app to connect with a global community of doctors impacting healthcare differently.Google Playstore https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.disruptive.doctorsApple App Store https://apps.apple.com/app/id6747108951👉 Like, subscribe, and share this video with your colleagues to spark meaningful conversations about the future of medicine!Join Disruptive Doctors www.disruptive-doctors.comJoin us at DD CON 2026 on the 11 & 12 September 2026 where doctors thrive in the age of AI. Get your tickets here https://disruptive-doctors.com/dd-con-2026/Check out our Top Non-Clinical Healthcare Programmes for Doctors. https://disruptive-doctors.com/top-non-clinical-healthcare-programmes-for-doctors/If you’re interested in advancing your clinical skills, check out our Specialty Medicine Certification Hub. https://disruptive-doctors.com/specialty-medicine-certification-hub/If you’re running a GP Clinic check out GP Clinic Solutions Hub to get all the resources you need to successfully run your GP Clinic. https://disruptive-doctors.com/gp-clinic-solutions-hub/